Dance in Film · 1934
The Gay Divorcee (1934)
The first Astaire-Rogers starring vehicle, featuring the Oscar-winning "Continental" — the first Best Song winner performed as a dance number.
The Gay Divorcee is a 1934 dance musical centred on American Smooth, International Standard. For dancers, it's a chance to see these styles performed on screen — the phrasing, partnering, and musicality that the same dances carry onto a real floor.
Dance styles featured
Where to watch: Streaming (various)